- Area: 7,48 hectares
Lake Pleshnya is one of the five glacial lakes in the Czech Republic . It is well known among tourists for whom all the necessary infrastructure is created here. In addition to the picturesque places, travelers have the opportunity to see the legendary monument to the famous Czech poet Stiefer, which is located near the lake.
Description
Lake Pleshnya belongs to the municipality of Novo Polec and is located near the German-Australian border in the southern part of the Sumava National Park . The length of the lake is 507 m, width - 108 m, maximum depth - 18 m. The shore of the reservoir is strewn with stones of different sizes. The edges of the dense coniferous forest and Pleshna almost touch, which creates a stunning landscape. Perhaps, therefore, the lake became the most popular place among tourists in the park of Sumava.
Tourism
A lot of hiking and cycling paths are built around Pleshnya Lake. If you are new to these places, it is worth consulting with the guide, as some routes may be difficult for beginners. The Pleshnya is surrounded by boulders of various sizes and centuries-old trees, whose roots have significantly distorted the landscape, so some tracks can rightfully be called extreme.
The lake is developed fishing . For this purpose, 8 wooden bridges are installed, which go 4-5 m into the water. Also in the nearest villages rent out boats for fishing and simple walks. Despite the fact that the lake is small, a walk along it will bring a lot of aesthetic pleasure, not to mention the fresh air, permeated with coniferous aroma.
Hotels close to Pleshna
For those who want to fully enjoy the stay on the lake, it is recommended to stay at one of the nearest hotels . True, they are located at a distance of 4-5 km from the lake, so you can not do without your own transport . So, tourists are waiting for:
- Apartman pod Plesnym Jezerem is located in the village of Stozec. The price for the room is about $ 45.
- Guest house Ereignishaus Holzschlag in Holzlg. The price for the room is $ 32.
- Hotel Ferienhaus Grobauer in the village of Schwarzenberg. The average cost per room is $ 83.
How to get there?
In order to get to the lake, it is recommended to get to the village of Jeleni first. From the village in the south direction is the road Rulfova cesta. It is necessary to pass along it 6.5 km, and you will find yourself near the shore of the lake. This is the only road that leads to Pleshnya.